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Hotel & Area Information

Housing Information

Deadline: April 23, 2012

ASGCT has reserved a discounted room block at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown for the ASGCT 15^th Annual Meeting. Attendees who reserve their hotel room at the Marriott will receive a $100 discount on their Annual Meeting registration fee. To make a reservation at the Marriott, please follow the instructions below, or click here. You will need to enter your confirmation number when registering for the ASGCT 15th Annual Meeting in order to receive the $100 discount on registration.

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
1201 Market Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/phldt-philadelphia-marriott-downtown/

Room Rate: $210 single / $220 double / $20 additional person
Student Room Rate: $180 single / $190 double

The quoted price does not include tax.

A Special block of student rated rooms have been secured at the Marriott. Room Rate: $180 Single / $190 Double / $20 Additional Person. Please contact Ken Janowski at the ASGCT Executive Office at 414-278-1341 or kjanowski@asgct.org for more information or to reserve a room in the student room block.

The Philadelphia Marriott Downtown hotel is in the heart of America's original capital. Surrounded by rich revolutionary history and culture, this Philadelphia downtown hotel location is convenient for meeting attendees. The hotel is adjacent and connected to the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Several historic sites such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell are located within 8 blocks. A collection of fine restaurants are located on-site or within walking distance of the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown hotel, in addition to the city's best shopping and entertainment venues.

The hotel is easy to reach by any mode of transportation, being just nine miles from Philadelphia International Airport.

Philadelphia, PA - City Information

The average temperature for Philadelphia, PA in May ranges from a high of 73ºF/ 23ºC to a low of 53ºF/12ºC. Philadelphia, PA averages approximately 3.8 inches of precipitation in May.

The second-largest city on the East Coast and proud birthplace of America, Philadelphia is a city built on independence and innovation.

Once there, you'll find that Philadelphia truly is a walker's paradise. Center City provides plenty of opportunities for visitors to stroll and take in the sights. And, if you want to stay on the move, the city's transit system is extensive, with a vast network of bus, subway, train, and trolley services.

Transportation

Airport
The Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) serves the Philadelphia, PA area. For more information, visit their website at http://www.phl.org/index.html. The airport is located about nine miles from the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown and the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Useful Websites for International Travelers on Traveling to the U.S.
Travel Tips/Airport Security (TSA) - http://www.tsa.gov/
Electronic System for Travel Authorization - https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/

Taxis
All taxi rates are based per trip not per person. Most taxis can accommodate up to 3 passengers. In some cases certain vehicle types can accommodate 4 passengers. There is a $28.50 flat rate from the airport to the Central Philadelphia area. This area encompasses: Fairmount Ave (most Northern point), South Street (most Southern point) Delaware River (most eastern point) and University City/38th Street most Western point. Any destination that falls within these boundaries are eligible for the Center City flat rate. Other fares based on the meter which based upon entry (flag drop) is $2.70 and $2.30 per mile or portion thereof. An additional $1.00 per passenger ($3.00 maximum) after the first passenger will be charged on flat rate trips between the Airport and Center City for passengers over age 12.

High Speed Rail Service to Downtown Philadelphia
The best travel option when traveling between Center City and Philadelphia International Airport is by Regional Rail. Trains stop at all major Philadelphia International Airport terminals, and reach Center City Philadelphia in approximately 25 minutes, with one intermediate stop. Airport Line service runs seven days a week, between 5:00 a.m. and 12 Midnight.

The cost of a one-way fare ticket between the Airport and the Marriott/Convention Center area is $10.

Trains, Buses and Trolleys
Information on regional train services and bus and trolley transportation services in Philadelphia can be obtained from the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) website at http://www.septa.org/.

* Fares are approximate and subject to change.